OSHA: Amputation involving Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer at The Jel Sert Co. (WEST CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA)
[WORKPLACE INJURY]Nov 13, 2017 · Physical AI Entity · Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer · WEST CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA
Failure Mode
WORKPLACE INJURY
Event Date
Nov 13, 2017
Primary Entity
Physical AI Entity
Robotic Platform
Robotic Palletizer / Depalletizer
Jurisdiction / Location
WEST CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
An employee was turning a box and lifting it to prevent it from stacking incorrectly on a palletizer. As he lifted the box, his right ring finger touched the palletizer's moving conveyor belt and suffered an amputation.
System & Fleet Architecture
Operating Manufacturer
Hardware Platform
Operational Sectors
Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
US OSHA Severe Injury Reports (29 CFR 1904.39)
https://www.osha.gov/severe-injury-reports
Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in this OSHA incident at The Jel Sert Co.?
An employee was turning a box and lifting it to prevent it from stacking incorrectly on a palletizer. As he lifted the box, his right ring finger touched the palletizer's moving conveyor belt and suffered an amputation.
What injuries occurred in this incident at The Jel Sert Co.?
The incident resulted in 0 hospitalization(s) and 1 amputation(s). Official determination: Amputation.